"Like many residents I am shocked by the allegations levied against Mayor Cammarano," said Mason in a prepared statement. "As someone who has always advocated for open, inclusive, and transparent government, I believe it is in the best interests of the people of Hoboken for Mayor Cammarano to resign his office immediately."

"While Mayor Cammarano is entitled to his day in court, his refusal to step down is both disturbing and arrogant. The people of Hoboken are demanding answers, and while it is not in the best interest of Mr. Cammarano's legal defense to publicly discuss these allegations, the people are entitled to an open and transparent dialog with their elected officials at all times," she said. "Because of the serious allegations he faces, Mayor Camamrano's ability to serve as Mayor without distraction and doubt has clearly been compromised."

Mason is also calling for Hudson Sewerage Authority Commissioner Michael Schaffer to resign. Schaffer is a former Hoboken Councilman and was charged with conspiracy to commit extortion after he allegedly served as the middleman for bribes for Cammarano.

"It is also in the best interest of the people of Hoboken for North Hudson Sewerage Authority Commissioner Michael Schaffer to resign immediately. The North Hudson Sewerage Authority is in the process of helping our city remedy its flooding problem and our commissioner must provide 100% of his attention to that task. This is clearly impossible for Michael Schaffer to do."

Mason said she, like Dawn Zimmer, was also approached by Solomon Dwek before the May 12 election, who offered her campaign money in return for friendly treatment should she be elected to mayor. According to her spokesperson, Mason did not take the money.